Oil and natural gas (so-called “fossil-fuels”) are processed to produce petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene and other fuels.
The petroleum industry covers all stages of production, including upstream operations (exploration, drilling and extraction), midstream (transportation, storage and processing), downstream (refining, purifying and processing) and finally distribution.
Oil refineries have several inherent hazards as part of their production processes, including the risk of fire and explosion, environmental disasters, chemical spills, corrosion, and machinery breakdown, in addition to being particularly susceptible to natural hazards.
Technical Expert Services
At every stage of the oil and gas process, potential disputes can arise. To address this, we advocate for a proactive approach by emphasising the importance of having experienced engineering experts in the sector. Their knowledge is crucial for navigating the complexities involved and preventing disputes before they occur.
The operations involved in oil and gas production are inherently complex, requiring specialised equipment and a comprehensive understanding of the engineering principles that govern them. Our engineers, with their backgrounds in the industry, offer valuable insights on technical matters and guidance on implementing best practices.
Our engineers that have background in oil and gas can provide opinions on technical matters and provide advice for implementing good practices. Whether this involves oil rigs, offshore drilling platforms, oil pipelines or refineries, we can assist.
We also advise on the construction and commissioning of refinery, process plants and the process engineering involved. Similarly, we have experience with the engineering and construction of storage tanks for refineries, as well as investigation of matters that involve tank collapse.
Forensic Investigations
With numerous types of specialist equipment and unique hazards specific to the industry, the potential for incidents to occur with devastating consequences is high. When such an incident occurs, understanding the root cause and all contributing factors is vital to making progress with repairs and preventing similar incidents from happening in the future.
Our oil and gas experts have extensive experience within the sector, investigating the root cause of incidents. Armed with this knowledge, we are available to investigate fires and explosions, machinery breakdowns, contamination and corrosion, and environmental incidents.
Risk Management
CEERISK experts conduct pre-loss surveys and risk assessments in oil and gas manufacturing plants across various countries. We collaborate with key personnel in risk management to provide accurate analyses of existing hazards and offer recommendations for improvements that can enhance the overall risk profile of each site.
Through our experience carrying out risk assessments in refineries and other oil processing centres, as well as our expert’s experience working with chemicals in different industrial and manufacturing settings, we are able to identify hazards and recommend actions to reduce the overall exposure to various risks.
